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Welcome

Illinois Hereford Association

The Illinois Hereford Association is a not for profit organization with membership consisting of Hereford breeders and enthusiasts from across our great state.

The IHA believes that the breed has tremendous contributions to make to the beef industry today and throughout the future generations. We are proud to represent more than 130 Hereford breeders, as we work together for the betterment of both the Hereford breed and the IL cattle industry.

Through the IHA our members receive benefits, tools, and opportunities centered around education, promotion, and marketing. We work alongside the American Hereford Association and the Illinois Beef Association to ensure our members are equipped with the tools they need to be successful!

Upcoming Events

  • March 22 - Perks Ranch Online Bull Sale
  • April 7 - Lowderman Cattle Company Fall Born Online Sale
  • May 23 - Best of the Midwest Hereford Sale
  • June 19-21 - Illinois Junior Hereford Association Preview Show
  • July 4-10 - Junior National Hereford Expo
  • August 13 - Illinois State Fair Junior Show
  • August 15 - Illinois State Fair Open Show

BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President

Travis Meteer
217-430-7030

Vice President

Tammy Boatman
770-354-4195

Membership Services

Noah Benedict
217-372-8009
illinoishereford@gmail.com

Treasurer

Buddy Edenburn
217-649-0108
edenburnfamilyfarm@gmail.com

Robbie Duis
815-858-4129

Chad Crane
815-712-5739

Yale Young
815-867-7333

Lucas Stumpf
618-830-0971

Gage Campbell
217-259-1986

Mark Stephens
217-825-7913

Matt McCaskill
217-779-0775

Corey Perry
217-294-2934

Kyle Yoder
217-565-3275

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IHA 2025 Hall of Fame Inductees - Buddy and Lisa Edenburn
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IHA 2025 Breeder of the Year - Prairie Rose Cattle Co

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Together, We Can Grow the Future of Hereford.

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Contact

Illinois Hereford Association today!

We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have questions about membership, upcoming events, or Hereford cattle in Illinois, we’re here to help.

Noah Benedict 
217-372-8009
illinoishereford@gmail.com

The Future of Beef Starts with Hereford